Maison forte des Grand'Maisons

Castle Facts:

Location: Cogny, in the Rhône departement of France (Rhone-Alpes Region).Built: 15th century.Condition: In good condition.Ownership / Access: --.Notes: Maison forte des Grand'Maisons is located in the town of Cogny, south of town, on a hill, in the Rhône department.The building, which dates from the fifteenth century, consists of two buildings, one north, one south. golden stone mullioned windows pierce the gables of the buildings. The attic floors are lit by small square openings. A tall square tower, topped with a steeple, projecting to the south. A round tower, overlooking the inner courtyard, was intended to watch.Little is known about the history of the Great Houses.
In 1750, the family sold the building to Espinay Claude Picard.